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Best Laist Radio Apps

250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

3.8 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated September 2026

If you already know LAist, this is the deeper bench. 250+ laist radio apps for iPhone, all reviewed and ranked by user rating, recency, and download trend as of September 2026.

Compare top Laist Radio Apps (September 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1LAistLAistFree4.3★ (634)NoNoSep 2026
2KCRWKCRWFree2.9★ (382)NoNoSep 2026
3UCLA RadioUCLA RadioFree4.7★ (49)NoNoMay 2026
494.1 Radio94.1 RadioFree—NoNoMay 2026
5Audacy: Radio & Sports TalkAudacy: Radio & Sports TalkFree4.5★ (92K)YesNoSep 2026
6Los Angeles Radio Stations FMLos Angeles Radio Stations FMFree4.7★ (122)YesYesSep 2026
7Que Buena L.A.Que Buena L.A.Free4.7★ (15K)YesNoSep 2026
8WFMU RadioWFMU RadioFree4.9★ (8.2K)NoNoSep 2026

Top Picks for Laist Radio

LAist#1

LAist by Southern California Public Radio

Member-supported news
Editor's Choice
📡 News
4.3😐(634 ratings)
Free
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Access Southern California's premier news source for NPR broadcasts, local headlines, and podcasts. Stream live radio, catch up on on-demand programs, and receive breaking news alerts. Stay informed with comprehensive coverage from LAist.com.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Easy to use
  • 👍 Reliable source of news
  • 👍 Vital app for news
  • 👍 Fantastic
  • 👍 Reliable and unbiased
  • 👍 Excellent investigative reporting
  • 👍 Informative and entertaining
  • 👍 Vital for staying informed
  • 👍 Excellent local and national coverage
  • 👍 Clean and well-designed app

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Buggy and unstable
  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezes
  • 🐛 Glitchy performance issues
  • 🐛 Carplay not working properly
  • 🐛 Ads disrupt the listening experience
  • 🐛 Difficult to navigate and find content
  • 🐛 Cluttered and confusing interface
  • 🐛 Lack of key features like rewind and sleep timer
KCRW#2

KCRW by KCRW

Music, News & Culture
Strong Contender
🎵 Music
2.9😞(382 ratings)
Free
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Access a curated selection of music, news, and cultural content. Enjoy new livestreams, real-time song information, and exclusive member benefits.

What We Love

  • 💎 Best music station
  • 🎧 Excellent music selection
  • 🌍 Accessible from anywhere
  • 🔍 Helpful for music discovery

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Buggy and crashes frequently
  • 🔋 High battery consumption
  • 🔍 Difficult to navigate
  • 🔇 Playback issues (pausing, resuming, skipping)
  • 🔧 Broken functionality after updates

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FAQ about Laist Radio

What are the best laist radio apps for iPhone?
LAist tops our laist radio apps ranking as of September 2026, with a 4.3-star average from 634 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top laist radio apps we rank are free to download, including LAist and KCRW.
LAist has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of September 2026.
We track 250+ laist radio apps on the iOS App Store as of September 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
The LAist app provides access to Southern California's go-to source for NPR news, local headlines, and podcasts. You can listen to the live broadcast stream of LAist 89.3, get the latest headlines and in-depth coverage from LAist.com, and stay informed with breaking news alerts and program updates.
Key features include live digital streaming of LAist 89.3, on-demand access to program archives and daily news reports, push alerts for breaking news, and the ability to share stories. It also includes a sleep timer and alarm clock.